Fighting intensifies in Myanmar’s urban areas as civilians seek refuge.
According to the United Nations human rights office (OHCHR), approximately 70 civilians and combatants who are no longer able to fight have been reported killed, with over 90 injured in the current conflict. The conflict has also caused a new…
in Gaza The humanitarian operation in Gaza is in danger of being shut down due to a lack of fuel.
During a comprehensive meeting with the media in Geneva, Philippe Lazzarini, the Commissioner-General of UNRWA, restated the plea for a halt in fighting and also addressed false information being spread about the agency, such as allegations of aid misappropriation. According…
The United Nations’ Türk urges for a political solution to end the “horror” in Gaza.
The High Commissioner for Human Rights called upon the conflicting parties in Geneva to make room for a solution to end the ongoing tragedy. Mr. Türk expressed strong disapproval for the indiscriminate attacks on non-combatants during the recent five weeks…
The United Nations’ leading female law enforcement officer is described as a youthful catalyst for transformation.
During a ceremony at the UN Headquarters in New York, First Sergeant Renita Rismayanti was honored with the highly esteemed Woman Police Officer of the Year Award. She is the youngest person to ever receive the Award at the age…
The country of Sudan is caught in a cycle of violence that shows no signs of stopping, prompting the capital city of Khartoum to demand for the UN mission to be ended immediately.
The military government of Sudan stated in a letter to the leader of the UN and shared with the Council – which assigns mandates to each UN mission for peacekeeping or political purposes – that while requesting a withdrawal, they…
Narratives from the United Nations’ Records: Marlon Brando, the inaugural advocate for water at the UN.
In 1956, the famous Hollywood figure provided a memorable narration for The Well of Happiness, which documented a United Nations initiative in a South American nation. This project was ahead of its time, preceding the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development’s…
The current situation in Israel and Palestine has led to a crisis. The Security Council is urging for immediate and prolonged humanitarian breaks in Gaza.
At 5:00 PM, the initial session of the UN Security Council addressing the complex crisis and turmoil surrounding the Gaza Strip concluded. Here is a recap of what took place in New York this afternoon. HIGHLIGHTS The UN Security Council…
The current situation between Israel and Palestine: The UN’s emergency relief leader presents a 10-point strategy to control the violence.
The proposal from experienced aid leader Martin Griffiths, who leads the UN’s aid coordination office OCHA, comes over a month after Hamas fighters caused the deaths of 1,200 individuals in Israel and abducted approximately 240 hostages. The Israeli siege and…
The United Nations humanitarian workers are stating that the suffering of children in Gaza must come to an end and that hospitals should not be used as battlefields.
On Wednesday morning, she made comments while reports were circulating about an Israeli Defense Forces operation at Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City. The hospital has experienced power outages, resulting in the deaths of patients, including premature babies. Martin Griffiths, the…
UPDATE: The crisis at the Gaza hospital persists as heavy rain causes additional concern.
The Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General António Guterres released a statement expressing his grave concern about the dire conditions and significant loss of life seen in Gaza’s medical facilities. The Secretary-General reiterated the statement, calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in…